Are you ready to relive the charged atmosphere of innovation and connection that occurred at the High Voltage Conference?
Setting the Bar High: Reflections on the Highly Attended and Acclaimed High Voltage Conference.
Amidst a buzz of anticipation, IDC Technologies hosted its 9th Australian High Voltage Conference on the 26th and 27th of July, 2023. Against the vibrant backdrop of Brisbane, this event fostered a blend of valuable insights, networking opportunities, and innovative ideas for the industry.
Specifically tailored for professionals working with high-voltage systems in industries such as mining, industrial plants, oil and gas, and utilities, the conference encompassed a diverse spectrum. From design and testing to installation and maintenance, the discourse seamlessly extended to forthcoming updates in industry standards.
The conference comprehensively dealt with the intricate world of equipment and infrastructure, spotlighting substations, switchgear, transformers, converters, cables, lines, batteries, earthing systems, capacitors, reactors, buildings, and structures – essential components that power our modern world.
Through a lens of knowledge sharing, attendees were equipped with the latest techniques to avoid equipment failures and learned best practices for prolonging the lifespan of high-voltage equipment.
Thought-provoking discussions centered around challenges arising from equipment maintenance, emphasizing how strategic maintenance programs, compliance with standards and regulations, and forward-thinking solutions can pave the path to industry excellence.
As the conference revealed its offerings, an overwhelming wave of positive feedback from attendees became evident.
A massive thanks go out to the conference speakers who presented the following topics:
- Raúl Barrera: New Approaches to High Voltage Protection Systems in the Age of Inverter-Based Resources
- Roland Terry-Lloyd: Shaping Australia’s High-Voltage Installation Standards
- Ben Li: Technical Changes from AS 2067 to IEC 61936-1: Implications for Industry Adoption
- Jason Mayer: Arc Flash Hazards Associated with using Fuses to Protect Distribution Transformers
- Antony Giacomin: Condition Assessment of HV Equipment via Oil Testing
- Jackson Hill: High Voltage Commissioning
- Kin Yu Lam: Enhancing Safety and Reliability of Transformer Fleet by Retrofilling with Natural Ester Dielectric Fluid
- Jayson Patrick: Improved HV Cable Rating Calculations by Combining the IEC Standard with the Finite Element Technique
- Thomas Whyte: PD Testing of HV Assets: How Often Should We Test?
- Mark Spinks: Case Studies on the Application of Aerial Inspection Techniques to Private Powerline Networks
- Ryan Hudson: Arc Flash Hazards in HV Contexts
- Mick Weston: Why Grid Connections Go Bad – The Participants v AEMO and the NSPs
Adding a touch of unexpected excitement to the proceedings was the FIFA Women’s World Cup celebrations, unfolding on the doorstep at South Bank. The Australian team, fondly known as the ‘Matildas,’ were nesting at the same hotel as the conference.
As the event ended on the 27th of July 2023, a barricade was set up to keep eager fans at bay. The city was awash with celebration.
IDC Technologies is exceptionally grateful to those who made this conference possible:
- EA Technology
- Cargill
- Voltex Power Engineers
- Live HV
- APT Publications
- Standards Australia
And so, as the final curtains drew on this year’s High Voltage Conference, the echoes of shared insights, newfound connections, and vibrant celebrations reverberate.
The sparks of knowledge ignited will undoubtedly continue to illuminate the path for each attendee, contributing to a future powered by innovation, collaboration, and the drive to push boundaries.
If you would like to be involved in the 2024 High Voltage Conference, taking place on the 24th & 25th July please email conferences@idc-online.com or click the link to find out more: https://events.idc-online.com/upcoming-conferences/high-voltage-conference-brisbane
